Thailand is not only Phuket. 7 secret kingdom islands

Green hills, blue water, and painted boats - this is how you can briefly characterize the Thai islands. If you are going to Thailand, you should look at the smaller and lesser-known islands, which are a great alternative to the highly advertised and overcrowded Phuket. Pictolic reveals the secrets of Thailand's most obscure islands!

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1. Ko Phi Phi - like from a movie! (Photo: tobfl/Flickr).

Ko Phi Phi is a group of islands consisting of the larger Phi Phi Don, the smaller Phi Phi Leh, and the rocks scattered around them. The islands became famous all over the world after the movie "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio was released. Azure-colored water, beautiful bays, sandy beaches - all this is located here.

2. Ko Lanta - relaxing in a hammock. (Photo: Bo Kage Carlson/Flickr)

Ko Lanta is considered the laziest island in the entire Adaman Sea. Many people think that time here flows more slowly. The rural landscape and atmosphere are even more conducive to relaxation and rest.

3. Ko Mak - silence and tranquility. (Photo: roman/Flickr).

Ko Mak is a great place for those who do not like noisy tourist crowds and prefer to relax in peace and quiet. The island has a rectangular shape and is located in the eastern part of the Gulf of Thailand. Ko Mak is a real paradise for scuba divers - the local coral reefs are amazing.

4. Ko Mook - for the active. (Photo: Skoll/Flickr).

Ko Mook is the perfect place for hikers. Instead of lying on the beach for days on end, it is much more interesting to go inland to enjoy its beauty.

5. Ko Samui - for the soul. (Photo: TL Chua/Flickr)

About 40 thousand people live on Ko Samui. The main "movement" here takes place on the coast. The island is unique in that you can see many magnificent old temples here.

6. Ko Tao - turtle island. (Photo: Julie Lavoie/Flickr)